Cheapest Liberal Arts and Sciences Colleges in New Hampshire

University of New Hampshire at Manchester leads New Hampshire's Liberal Arts programs with a $13,302 net price, while Saint Anselm College costs $34,744 annually. This $21,442 gap reflects the state's mix of accessible public options and premium private colleges. The 13 programs range dramatically in outcomes, with Dartmouth achieving 96% graduation rates versus New England College's 31.10%. New Hampshire's lack of income tax helps Liberal Arts graduates retain more earnings in fields like healthcare administration and nonprofit management, where the state's aging population creates steady demand for human services professionals.

Programs

$13,302 – $34,744

Net Price Range

$33,727

Avg. Program Earnings

57.8%

Avg. Graduation Rate

13 Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of New Hampshire at Manchester Manchester, New Hampshire	$13,302	$15,820	65.1%	85.3%
2	University of New Hampshire College of Professional Studies Online Manchester, New Hampshire	$14,106	$7,812	14.3%
3	Magdalen College Warner, New Hampshire	$15,922	$23,600	53.3%	98.0%
4	Keene State College Keene, New Hampshire	$19,164	$14,710	58.4%	89.5%
5	Plymouth State University Plymouth, New Hampshire	$19,685	$14,558	47.4%	97.6%
6	Thomas More College of Liberal Arts Merrimack, New Hampshire	$21,511	$29,300	61.5%
7	University of New Hampshire-Main Campus Durham, New Hampshire	$23,261	$19,112	76.4%	87.0%
8	Colby-Sawyer College New London, New Hampshire	$25,857	$18,400	61.6%	78.0%
9	Rivier University Nashua, New Hampshire	$27,692	$37,791	58.7%	84.5%
10	Dartmouth College Hanover, New Hampshire	$28,619	$65,739	96.0%	6.4%
11	New England College Henniker, New Hampshire	$30,299	$41,578	31.1%	99.9%
12	Southern New Hampshire University Manchester, New Hampshire	$33,742	$16,450	44.9%	96.4%
13	Saint Anselm College Manchester, New Hampshire	$34,744	$46,810	83.2%	82.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the huge cost difference between cheapest and most expensive programs?

Public universities like UNH Manchester charge $13,302 net price compared to private Saint Anselm's $34,744. In-state tuition at public schools averages $16,062, while private colleges average $38,738 before aid.

How do graduation rates vary among affordable Liberal Arts programs?

Graduation rates span from 14.30% at UNH Professional Studies Online to 96% at Dartmouth College. Mid-priced options like Keene State (58.40%) and Plymouth State (47.40%) offer moderate success rates under $20,000 net cost.

Is Dartmouth College actually affordable for Liberal Arts students?

Despite a $65,739 sticker price, Dartmouth's net cost is $28,619 due to generous aid. With 96% graduation rates and 6.38% acceptance, it delivers premium outcomes at costs comparable to many private competitors.

Where do Liberal Arts graduates earn the most after college?

Southern New Hampshire University graduates average $47,846 annually, nearly double Magdalen College's $23,649. The $24,197 earnings gap shows how program reputation and career services impact post-graduation income potential.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.